Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Coming back from injury is as much a mental battle as it is a physical one.
Recorded at the LAAX Open 2026, this CultureCast conversation features Maisie Hill, one of the UK’s leading professional snowboarders, as she reflects on her journey back after one of the most serious crashes in women’s snowboarding in recent years.
In this deeply honest and motivating interview, Maisie talks about:
• The reality and fear of returning after a major injury
• Mental recovery and rebuilding confidence
• The pressure to perform after time away from competition
• Learning to trust her body again
• What resilience really means as a professional athlete
Maisie’s story is a powerful reminder that progression isn’t always about winning — sometimes it’s about showing up, pushing through doubt, and becoming a stronger version of yourself.
CultureCast is Zalando’s long-form conversation series recorded at the LAAX Open 2026, exploring the intersection of sport, resilience, and human stories.
Presented by Zalando
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Coming back from injury is as much a mental battle as it is a physical one.
Recorded at the LAAX Open 2026, this CultureCast conversation features Maisie Hill, one of the UK’s leading professional snowboarders, as she reflects on her journey back after one of the most serious crashes in women’s snowboarding in recent years.
In this deeply honest and motivating interview, Maisie talks about:
• The reality and fear of returning after a major injury
• Mental recovery and rebuilding confidence
• The pressure to perform after time away from competition
• Learning to trust her body again
• What resilience really means as a professional athlete
Maisie’s story is a powerful reminder that progression isn’t always about winning — sometimes it’s about showing up, pushing through doubt, and becoming a stronger version of yourself.
CultureCast is Zalando’s long-form conversation series recorded at the LAAX Open 2026, exploring the intersection of sport, resilience, and human stories.
Presented by Zalando
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Zalando is one of Europe's largest online shops: we have clothing,
shoes, bags and accessories for the entire family, as well as a wide range of beauty, sportswear, sporting equipment and designer brands. Zalando brings you the latest fashion trends from top international brands with free delivery and free returns. zalando.com
Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/zalando
Follow us on TikTok: @zalando
